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SM59 SLK

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,474 mi
Last recorded53,474 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 53,474 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 50,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 46,632 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 38,220 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 36,838 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 36,733 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 33,282 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 30,168 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 29,038 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 26,466 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 23,523 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 21,936 miles

age cracks in tyres

underbody covers fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2015 20,165 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 19,994 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2013 18,227 miles

Both front tyres tread depth nearing legal limit

Slight Brake judder front and rear

Pass 25 Oct 2012 11,767 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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SM59 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 47,311 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM59 SLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM59 SLK registered?

SM59 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is SM59 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 SLK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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